Download Sunbeam EM3500 Espresso Maker User Manual

Bar Espresso
Pump espresso machine
Instruction Booklet
This book covers the use and care of the following Sunbeam Espresso machines:
EM3500 and EM3500S (Satin Finish)
Please read these instructions carefully
and retain for future reference.
Contents
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
About espresso coffee
Features of your Bar Espresso
Operations Guide for your Bar Espresso
Secrets to the perfect cup
Easy steps for frothing milk
Before using your Bar Espresso
Functions of your Bar Espresso
Care and Cleaning of your Bar Espresso
Descaling
Trouble shooting guide
Recipes
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Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM
ESPRESSO MACHINE.
• Always place the unit on a flat, level surface.
• Do not operate without water in reservoir.
• Do not remove the filter holder during water
flow or coffee flow as the unit is under
pressure. Removing the filter holder during
operation can lead to a scalding or injury.
• Clean the steam nozzle only when the unit has
been switched off and allowed to cool.
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Sunbeam are very safety conscious when
designing and manufacturing consumer products,
but it is essential that the product user also
exercise care when using an electrical appliance.
Listed below are precautions which are essential
for the safe use of an electrical appliance:
Read carefully and save all the instructions
provided with an appliance.
Always turn the power off at the power outlet
before you insert or remove a plug. Remove
by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
Turn the power off and remove the plug
when the appliance is not in use and
before cleaning.
Do not use your appliance with an extension
cord unless this cord has been checked
and tested by a qualified technician or
service person.
Always use your appliance from a power
outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked
on the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when your
appliance is being used near children or
infirm persons.
Never leave an appliance unattended while
in use.
Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• Disconnect the plug from the power outlet if
there is any problem during the coffee making
process or prior to cleaning your appliance.
• Do not allow the power cord to come into
contact with the hot parts of the appliance
(cup warming plate, filter holder, steam
nozzle).
• Keep hands away from hot parts of the
appliance, including the cup warming plate,
filter holder and steam nozzle.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose
other than its intended use.
• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas
flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
Do not place on top of any other appliance.
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang
over the edge of a table or bench top or touch
any hot surface.
• For safety reasons and to avoid maintenance
by unskilled persons, some appliances are
‘sealed’ using tamperproof screws. Such
appliances should always be returned to the
nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre
for adjustment or repair if required.
• Do not operate any electrical appliance with a
damaged cord or after the appliance has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. If damage
is suspected, return the appliance to the
nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre
for examination, repair or adjustment.
• For additional protection, Sunbeam
recommend the use of a residual current
device (RCD) with a tripping current not
exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit
supplying power to your appliances.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water
or any other liquid unless recommended.
If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance,
please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line
Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
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About espresso coffee
The Sunbeam range of espresso machines
are sure to satisfy lovers of coffee. With its
powerful 15 BAR pump, ‘Thermoblock’
heating system and unique dual-wall ‘crema’
system the Sunbeam Bar Espresso will
provide endless cups of quality coffee.
Coffee is an integral part of Australian
culture. With Café numbers increasing, the
demand for the perfect cup combined with
the right atmosphere is the goal of many
coffee connoisseurs.
What makes a good coffee?
Sunbeam have consulted with experienced
coffee makers and appreciators of coffee
through every stage of design, to ensure the
machine delivers a great coffee every time.
There are many factors that contribute to the
perfect coffee. The words’ ‘taste’ and ‘aroma’
are consistently used when describing the
perfect cup.
The sweet aroma and taste of the perfect
coffee is largely due to the correct
combination of temperature and pressure
during the brewing process. The ‘Thermoblock’
heating system ensures the water is at the
correct temperature, so that the full coffee
flavour is extracted.
Secondly, the combination of the 15 BAR
pump, dual-wall filter and stabilising baffle
ensures the correct pressure at which the
liquid espresso is released from the spout.
The flow should consist of both liquid and
cream. This cream is commonly known as the
Crema. The perfect Crema should be thick
and stable and preserve the coffee flavour,
aroma and temperature.
We hope you have many enjoyable coffee
experiences with the Sunbeam Bar Espresso.
Should you need any further assistance
please don’t hesitate to contact the Sunbeam
coffee hotline on free call 1800 025 059.
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Features of your Sunbeam
Bar Espresso
Warming plate
Gently pre-heats espresso cups.
Operating dial
Easy to operate selector dial - turn to the right to make
espresso ( ) or to the left for Steam (
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Brewing head
Filter lock
Drip tray with water level indicator
The water level indicator floats through the drip tray
indicating how full the drip tray is. The indicator is
red for easy identification.
Tamp
Measuring spoon
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Non-slip rubber feet
Makes the unit sturdy,
preventing it from slipping
on the bench top.
1.1L removable water reservoir
The 1.1 Litre water reservoir is removable for easy filling.
Simply lift the hinged lid and remove.
Warm Up light
Neon power switch
Steam nozzle
Froth enhancing steam attachment
Designed for ease of use, the
rubber froth attachment creates
thick, dense and shiny milk
froth in seconds.
Stainless steel
frothing jug
Filter handle
1 cup filter
2 cup filter
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15 BAR pump
The Italian designed and made 15 BAR pump, supplies the correct and essential pressure
necessary for full extraction of oils from the coffee grinds.
‘Thermoblock’ heating system
Ensures the precise temperature is achieved. Espresso needs to be made with hot,
rather than boiling water. By heating the water to 92°C (just below boiling point),
it allows the water to fully extract the oils from the coffee.
‘Crema’ system
Italian designed, the dual-wall
filter creates additional back
pressure and the stabilising
baffle produces a steady pour.
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Operations Guide for your Bar Espresso (continued)
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Place container under
brewing head.
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Turn operating dial to
the right.
Making an Espresso
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Warming espresso cups.
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Place coffee in filter.
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Wipe the edge of filter to
remove any coffee grounds.
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Tamp the coffee.
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Place filter holder onto
brewing head and turn
handle to the right.
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Turn the operating dial to
the right to make an
espresso.
Operations Guide for your Bar Espresso (continued)
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Remove the drip tray grid.
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Secrets to the perfect cup
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With a Sunbeam pump espresso machine
and a little experience, you can create
café-quality coffee at home. Here are a few
helpful suggestions:
A single shot of espresso should result in
only 30-35mls of coffee.
The grind of coffee is critical. Use a fine to
medium grind for domestic espresso
machines.
A common mistake is running too much
water through the ground coffee, resulting
in a thin and bitter tasting espresso.
Ensure your coffee grinds are ‘tamped’
evenly. ‘Tamping’ refers to the amount of
pressure with which coffee grinds are
packed into the filter.
If your espresso pours too slowly, tamp the
coffee grind more lightly, or try a coarser
grind.
If your espresso is thin and watery, tamp
the coffee grinds harder, or try a finer
grind.
Always use cold milk and a clean stainless
steel jug when steaming.
Don’t boil the milk when steaming. The
ideal temperature is when the jug becomes
too hot to touch.
• Always use the freshest beans or ground
coffee available and store in an airtight
container in a cool, dry, dark place.
• Whole bean coffee stays fresh longer than
ground coffee.
• When grinding your own coffee, never grind
more than you will use for immediate
brewing. Once ground, the coffee will
begin to loose it’s flavour.
• Although not recommended, if you need to
keep coffee for extended periods of time,
it’s best to freeze the coffee. Although
before use, ensure that the coffee has
been allowed to thaw to room temperature.
• Keep your espresso machine clean and
thoroughly rinsed. Run water through the
brewing head and flush the steaming
nozzle in fresh water after each use.
• Little things count – warming your cups,
using filtered water and serving the coffee
immediately after brewing do make a
difference.
Easy steps for frothing milk
Milk texturing is the steaming of milk to heat
it and to create froth. Similar to making an
espresso, perfecting the art of milk texturing
takes time and practice.
• Attach the froth enhancing attachment to
the end of the steam nozzle on your
espresso machine. You can also choose to
steam the milk without the attachment.
• Using fresh, cold milk, fill the stainless
steel frothing jug to no more than 1/3 full.
• The amount of milk you steam should be
adequate for the coffees you are preparing.
Keep in mind that the volume of milk will
increase or stretch during the texturing
process.
• Before inserting the steam nozzle into the
milk, activate the steam function to
remove any condensed water. To do this,
hold an empty glass or cloth under the
steam nozzle and turn the operating dial to
the steam position.
• Insert the steam nozzle into the frothing
jug. Lower the jug so that the tip of the
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steam nozzle is just below the surface of
the milk and place your hand on the side
of the jug.
Move the frothing jug so that the steam
nozzle is to one side, this will create a
whirlwind motion in the milk. As the steam
heats the milk, the milk will begin to rise.
Follow the level of the milk by lowering the
jug, always keeping the tip of the steam
nozzle just below the surface.
Once the milk has stretched to double its
original volume, lower the steam nozzle
further into the milk and continue the
whirlwind motion. This will give the milk
a fine texture with no big bubbles.
Cease steaming when the frothing jug
becomes too hot to continue holding the
palm of your hand against the side.
Pour the textured milk into your espresso
as soon as possible.
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Before using your Bar Espresso
Before using your Bar Espresso for the first
time or if you have not used it for some
time, rinse the machine by running water
through without coffee in the filter holder,
as follows:
Note: Throughout these instructions the
numbers you see highlighted and in
brackets refer back to the diagrams at the
start of this instruction manual.
• Open the lid of the water reservoir (1) and
fill with cold tap water (2). Alternatively
you can open the lid and remove the water
reservoir using the handle (3). Then fill
with cold water (4).
• Replace the water reservoir firmly into the
unit (5) and close lid.
• Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
power outlet and turn the power on. Start
the unit (6). The red ‘Power’ light and
‘Warm Up’ light will both illuminate.
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• Place one of the filters in the filter handle
(7). Then position the filter handle on the
machines brewing head.
• To ensure that the filter handle is in the
correct position, turn the handle so it
points to the left and place the filter
handle flat against the brewing head (8),
then turn the handle towards the right (9),
as far as it can go (10).
Note: Do not over tighten.
• Place a sufficiently large container under
the brewing head (10).
• As soon as the orange ‘Warm Up’ light goes
off, turn the operating dial to the
setting
(11) and allow all the water in the water
reservoir to run through.
• If necessary, you may need to stop the
operation by turning the operating dial to
the
’off’ position to empty the
container, then resume the operation.
Functions of your Bar Espresso
1. ESPRESSO FUNCTION
For best results, it is ideal to pre-heat your
cups, filter handle and filter as follows:
• Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
power outlet and turn the power on.
• Fill the water reservoir (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
with cold water and start the appliance (6).
• Put the filter handle and an empty filter in
place (7) (8) (9), and place cups
underneath the filter handle.
• When the machine is ready, the orange
‘Warm Up’ light goes off, turn the
operating dial to
setting (11).
• When the cups are full of hot water, return
the operating dial to the
’off’ position.
Note: Once the appliance has been on for
a while, coffee cups can be warmed by
placing them upside down on the cup
warming plate (12).
Preparing an espresso:
• Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
power outlet and turn the power on.
• Fill the water reservoir (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
with cold water.
• Start the unit (6). The red ‘Power’ light
and orange ‘Warm Up’ light will both
illuminate.
• Pre-heat your coffee cups by placing them
upside down on the cup warming plate
(12).
• Select the required filter (7) for 1 or 2
cups of coffee and place in the filter
handle.
• Using the measuring spoon supplied, place
one or two measures of ground coffee into
the filter (13). With the other end of the
measuring spoon, use the tamper to push
(pack) down the coffee grinds (14). Do not
apply too much pressure.
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Important: Be sure not to over-fill the filter
with too much coffee, and wipe around the
edge of the filter to remove any coffee
grounds (15).
Place the filter handle on the machines
brewing head. Position the handle so it
points to the left, place the filter handle
flat against the brewing head, then turn
the handle towards the right (16) as far as
it can go.
Note: Do not over tighten.
Place 1 or 2 pre-heated cups below each
of the holes in the filter holder.
When the Bar Espresso is at the correct
temperature the orange ‘Warm Up’ light
will go out, then turn the operating dial to
the
setting (17). You will hear the
machine making a pumping noise, this is
normal.
Once the cup/s are filled to the desired
level, turn the operating dial to the
’off’
position.
Remove the filter handle and the filter by
turning the filter handle to the left.
To remove the used coffee grounds from
the filter, push the filter lock forward over
the edge of the filter, turn the filter handle
upside down in a bin and gently tap out
the coffee (18).
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• After each use of the espresso machine for
best results when making consecutive cups
of espresso we recommend that you flush a
small amount of water through the
machine. With the filter handle already
removed from the brewing head, simply
turn the operating dial to the
setting
and allow the water to run through until
you have a consistent flow of water. This
will wash out any old or used coffee grinds
stuck to the underside of the brewing head
and also helps ensure the correct water
temperature for your next shot of espresso.
• Once the orange ‘Warm Up’ light goes out
your machine is ready to make the next
espresso.
Note: Do not leave the filter handle locked
in position for extended periods, or when
machine is not in use. This shortens the
life of the brew head rubber seals.
2. STEAM FUNCTION
The froth enhancing attachment makes it
easy to produce textured milk.
Note: We recommend that you make the
espresso first, then steam the milk.
• Attach the froth enhancing attachment to
the end of the steam nozzle (19). You may
also choose to steam the milk without the
attachment.
Important: For the froth enhancing
attachment to work you must ensure that it
is pushed firmly onto the steam nozzle.
• Fill the water reservoir (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
with cold water.
• Start the unit (6). The red ‘Power’ light
and orange ‘Warm Up’ light will both
illuminate.
• Swing the steam nozzle to the side of the
machine.
• Pour cold milk into a stainless steel
frothing jug to no more than 1/3 full.
Note: For best results we recommend to
use refrigerated milk and a stainless steel
jug that is well chilled.
• When the Bar Espresso is the right
temperature the orange ‘Warm Up’ light
will go out.
• Before inserting the steam nozzle into the
milk, activate the steam function to
remove any condensed water. To do this,
hold an empty glass or cloth under the
steam nozzle and turn the operating dial to
the
setting (20).
• Once only steam is coming out, quickly
insert the steam nozzle into the frothing
jug. Lower the jug so that the tip of the
steam nozzle is just below the surface of
the milk and place your hand on the side
of the jug.
Important: Do not allow the tip of the
nozzle to touch the bottom of the container
because this could obstruct the passage of
the steam.
• Move the frothing jug so that the steam
nozzle is to one side, this will create a
whirlwind motion to the milk. As the steam
heats the milk, the milk will begin to rise.
Follow the level of the milk by lowering the
jug, always keeping the tip of the steam
nozzle just below the surface.
Functions of your Bar Espresso (continued)
• Cease steaming when the frothing jug
becomes too hot to continue holding the
palm of your hand against the side. Simply
turn the operating dial to the
’off’
position and remove the jug.
Note: Do not boil the milk.
Cleaning the steam nozzle and froth attachment
You must clean the steam nozzle and froth
attachment immediately after each use.
Simply wipe the stainless steel steam nozzle
clean with a damp cloth and place the froth
attachment under warm running water to
remove any excess milk. Also, briefly turn the
operating dial to
setting to clear any
remaining milk out of the steam nozzle.
Caution: Steam from the nozzle is extremely
hot and there is danger of scalding.
Hot water drinks
You are able to heat water for hot drinks such
as tea or instant soups using the steam
nozzle.
Note: Heating liquids is done with the steam
nozzle only, so ensure that the froth
attachment is not in place.
• Fill the water reservoir (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
with cold water.
• Start the unit (6). The red ‘Power’ light
and orange ‘Warm Up’ light will both
illuminate.
• Remove the froth attachment from the
steam nozzle (21) and swing the steam
nozzle to the side of the machine.
• When the Bar Espresso is the right
temperature the orange ‘Warm Up’ light
will go out.
• Immerse the steam nozzle in the cup or
container holding the liquid to be heated
and turn the operating dial to the
setting (22).
• When the liquid is hot enough, turn the
operating dial to
’off’ position and
remove the container or cup.
Note: It is normal for the orange ‘Warm
Up’ light to turn on and off during
heating of water.
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Care and Cleaning
The coffee making process involves extracting
oils out of coffee grinds to make espresso
coffee. Deposits of these oils build up over
time and affect the taste of the coffee and
operation of the espresso machine.
Regular cleaning to remove these oils is
essential for espresso machines to keep
operating effectively. Flushing water, through
the brewing head and the steam nozzle, is
the easiest way to keep your machine clean
after making each coffee, and at the end of
your coffee making session.
Important: Never wash your espresso
machine accessories in the dishwasher.
Drip tray
Remove the grid and drip tray at regular
intervals to empty (22), (23). If the red
floating level indicator appears through the
grid, empty the drip tray immediately.
Clean the drip tray and its grid with water
and a little non-abrasive washing up liquid,
rinse and dry.
Over time it is normal for the inside of the drip
tray to be stained by the oils in the coffee.
The brewing head, filters & filter handle
The filter and filter handle should be washed
after each use by rinsing them under warm
water. Wash at regular intervals in warm
soapy water using a mild detergent.
To clean the brewing head, flush water
through and wipe the head and around the
inside rim with a damp cloth.
To assist in keeping the filter and the brew
head clean, at the end of each coffee making
session we recommend you run the machine,
with the filter in place, without coffee –
using water only.
Should the holes in the filters become
clogged with coffee granules use a fine
bristled brush to remove them.
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Brew head rubber seal
This seal is located in the brewing head and
creates a seal against the filter handle when
making an espresso.
Note: When your Bar Espresso is not being
used, we recommend that you do not leave
the filter handle attached to the machine as
this will reduce the life of the seal.
Over time this seal looses its elasticity and
will require replacement – usually every 6-12
months. Signs that the seal is deteriorating
are when: the filter handle rotates to the far
right and feels loose, or steam escapes from
around the brewing head during use.
The cup warming plate and exterior
Wipe over the unit with a damp cloth and
wipe dry. Do not use abrasives or metal
scourers, as these will scratch the exterior
surface.
Steam nozzle and froth attachment
The steam nozzle and froth attachment
needs to be cleaned each time you froth
milk or heat any other liquid. To clean the
steam nozzle, wipe with a damp cloth and
for the froth attachment, simply rinse it
under warm water.
On a monthly basis we recommend
thoroughly cleaning the steam nozzle.
To do this soak the nozzle in water with the
stainless frothing jug resting on the drip tray.
Ensure that the water level in the jug is over
the nozzle. Run steam through the nozzle for
30 seconds, then leave to soak overnight.
In the morning poke a pin up the steam
nozzle, the turn the machine on and run
steam through the nozzle again for 30
seconds.
Important: Do not wash parts in the
dishwasher. Do not immerse the unit in water.
Descaling
After continued use, your espresso machine
may develop a build-up of mineral deposits
and oils. Thus your machine will require
occasional ‘descaling’.
We recommend that you descale your
machine every 2-3 months, although this
period will depend on the hardness of water
and frequency of use of the machine.
Descaling solution
Use Sunbeam Liquid Descaler, which is
available at any Sunbeam Service Centre
listed at the back of this book. Alternatively,
dissolve 2 dessertspoons of tartaric acid
(créme of tartar) or citric acid in half a litre
of lukewarm water.
Important: Do not use vinegar.
Descaling the espresso machine
Note: Ensure that the espresso machine is
turned off and the power cord is
unplugged.
1. Remove the water reservoir from the
machine and if necessary empty any
water.
2. Remove the drip tray and place it out of
the way.
3. Remove the filter holder from the
machine and rinse it thoroughly under
running water and set aside.
4. Place a cloth/tea towel on the bench and
carefully turn the machine upside down.
The machine should now be on the
warming plate resting on the cloth/tea
towel.
5. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the brewing
filter from the brewing head.
6. Remove and set aside the brew head
rubber seal and screw in a safe place.
Important: Be careful not to lose the brew
head rubber seal and screw once
you have removed them from the
brewing filter.
7. Remove the filter from the centre hole
using the tip of a fork or a skewer. Wash
the filter and rubber seal in hot soapy
water, rinse and dry well. Set aside in a
safe place.
8. Using a small brush, scrub in and around
the area of the brewing head, removing
all coffee granules.
9. Remove the froth enhancing steam
attachment, wash thoroughly under
running water and set aside. Wipe down
the steam nozzle with a small brush.
10. Turn the machine upright, so that it is
now sitting correctly on the bench.
11. Place the water reservoir onto the
machine and fill with the descaling
solution.
12. Place a large container under the brewing
head and another container under the
steam nozzle.
13. Insert the power cord into a 230-240V
AC power outlet and turn the power ‘On’.
14. Turn the selector dial to the setting.
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Run through about /3 of the liquid
immediately.
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15. Once you have run through about /3 of
the liquid turn the selector dial to
the
setting and allow the solution
to come through the steam nozzle
for 2 minutes.
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Descaling (continued)
16. After 2 minutes stop the machine by
flicking the power switch on the machine
to the ‘Off’ position. Now that the
machine is off, turn the selector dial to
the setting.
17. Leave the machine off for 10-15 minutes
to allow the descaler to take affect.
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18. Flick the power switch ‘On’ and allow /2
of the rest of the descaler solution to run
through the brewing head, then turn the
selector dial immediately to the
setting. Steam for 3-4 minutes.
19. To finish, turn the selector dial to the
setting and allow the remaining water in
the reservoir to run through the brewing
head.
20. Remove and empty the containers placed
under the brewing head and steam
nozzle. Once emptied, once again place
one under the brewing head and the
other under the steam nozzle.
21. Remove the water reservoir from the
machine and rinse thoroughly under
running water, ensuring that all traces of
the descaling solution is removed. Fill
the water reservoir with clean water and
place onto the machine.
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22. Run two (2) full water reservoirs through
the brewing head. Refill the water
reservoir and run the steam nozzle for
4-5 minutes.
Note: Ensure that you continue to run
water through the machine until the
water runs clean and clear.
23. When this is finished, remove the water
reservoir and set aside. Remove the water
containers and give the machine a good
wipe over.
24. Turn the machine upside down. The
machine should now be on the warming
plate resting on the cloth/tea towel once
again.
25. Carefully replace the brew head rubber
seal, filter and screw. Tighten well.
26. Turn the machine upright, so that it is
now sitting correctly on the bench.
27. Replace the drip tray and froth enhancing
steam attachment onto the steam nozzle.
28. Fill the water reservoir with water and
position it on to the machine.
Trouble Shooting Guide
Problem
Coffee runs down the side
of the filter holder
Possible cause
What to do
Filter holder is not inserted
correctly.
See “Preparing an espresso”
pg 13.
Edge of filter insert is not free
of coffee granules.
Clean around the edge of the
filter and wipe the brewing head
clean of coffee.
The brewing head is dirty.
Wipe brewing head with a
damp cloth.
The brewing head is defective.
Contact a Sunbeam Service Centre.
Brew head rubber seal is damaged Contact a Sunbeam Service Centre.
No coffee runs through.
Coffee filters out in drops.
Espresso does not have
any Crema.
Handle comes off
during brewing.
No water in the water reservoir.
Fill reservoir with water.
Water reservoir not correctly
assembled.
Press firmly down on the
water reservoir.
Selector set to
Ensure the selector is in the
position.
setting.
Brewing filter may be blocked.
See “Descaling the espresso
machine” pg 17.
The filter is blocked, the coffee
grounds are too fine or
tamped down too hard.
Empty out the filter and rinse
under water to clean. Wipe
the brewing head with a cloth.
Repack the filter and tamp
down coffee lightly with compactor.
Coffee grounds are too fine or
are too compacted.
Ensure you are using an evenly
ground coffee and do not compact
the grounds so firmly.
Machine blocked by scale
build up.
See “Descaling the espresso
machine” pg 17.
Coffee is old or dry.
Use fresh coffee and once you
open the coffee be sure to
store it in an airtight container.
Coffee not compacted
firmly enough.
Compact coffee grounds more
firmly.
Coffee too coarse.
Grind the coffee to a finer texture
or change brands of espresso
coffee to a finer grind.
Coffee tamped too hard.
Tamp the coffee grinds lighter.
Coffee grind is too fine.
Change to a coarser grind of coffee.
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Trouble Shooting Guide (continued)
Problem
What to do
Machine is too hot.
The temperature of the espresso
machine increases for frothing
milk or steaming liquids. To ensure
you don’t burn your coffee flush
the machine after frothing milk.
Simply turn the control dial to the
position a couple of times to
release the steam. Do this until
you get a steady run of water.
Unit is not properly preheated.
Wait for the ‘warm up’ light
to go out.
Cups, filter and filter holder
are cold.
Pre-heat cups, filter, handle and
filter. See page 13
If making a cappuccino or latte
the milk may not be heated
enough.
Ensure that milk is heated
properly during frothing, but
be sure not to boil the milk,
See page 11.
No steam from the
steam nozzle.
Steam nozzle is blocked.
Remove the froth attachment and
clean under running water. Wipe
steam nozzle clean with a damp
cloth to remove any dried milk, you
may need to unblock the steam
hole with a needle. Set the machine
to the
setting and allow it to
steam until a powerful and even jet
of steam is generated. Soaking the
steam nozzle in hot water, may also
help to dislodge any dried milk.
Not enough froth when
frothing milk.
Milk is not fresh.
Ensure the milk is fresh.
Milk temperature is too warm.
Ensure that the milk is well
refrigerated before use.
Frothing jug.
For best frothing results use a
stainless steel jug and if possible
refrigerate or run the jug under
cold water before use.
Steam nozzle is blocked.
Clean the steam nozzle.
Milk has been boiled.
Start again with fresh, chilled milk.
Espresso does not have
any Crema (con’t).
Coffee is too cold.
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Possible cause
Trouble Shooting Guide (continued)
Problem
Possible cause
Not enough froth when
frothing milk (con’t).
Type of milk.
Try skim milk or fat-reduced
milk as these make
frothing easier.
The milk is making bubbles
rather than frothing.
Ensure that the froth
attachment is correctly positioned
on the steam nozzle.
The tip of the steam nozzle or
frothing attachment is positioned
just below the surface of the milk.
Uneven cup filling.
Filter holder is blocked.
Clean out the filter thoroughly
by holding it under running water
and dry OR Run water through the
filter with no coffee.
Difficult to insert the
filter holder.
Build up of coffee grinds
on brewing head.
Wipe over brewing head area and
filter holder with a damp cloth.
Type of coffee being use.
Experiment with different
brands of coffee.
Appliance has not been rinsed
properly after descaling.
Run a reservoir full of water
through the machine before
making another coffee.
No water in reservoir.
Fill the water reservoir.
Water reservoir not correctly
positioned.
Replace the water reservoir
firmly into the unit.
Coffee old or too dry, pump
does not build up enough
pressure.
Use freshly ground espresso coffee.
Brewing filter may be blocked.
Remove filter holder and clean
brewing head.
Machine blocked by scale
build up.
See “Descaling the espresso
machine” pg 17.
Espresso tastes burnt.
Pump makes an unusually
loud noise.
Espresso machine does not
operate.
What to do
Please contact Sunbeam directly on Freecall 1800 025 059, if this guide does not solve
your query. We have experienced staff on hand to assist, Monday to Friday.
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Recipes
ESPRESSO (SHORT BLACK)
Espresso is a concentrated, full bodied coffee
with a stable layer of cream on top – known
as ‘crema’. An espresso is the foundation of
all café coffee. Variations are achieved by
adding different amounts of milk and froth.
• 90mL espresso glass or demitasse cup
• single espresso (30-35mL)
MACCHIATO
Macchiato, Italian for ‘to stain or mark’.
Traditionally served as a standard espresso
with a dash of milk and a small dollop of
froth into the middle of the ‘crema’.
• 90mL espresso glass or demitasse cup
• single or double espresso
• marked with steamed milk froth
LONG BLACK
A standard espresso with hot water, served in
a regular coffee cup or mug. The hot water is
added first so that the ‘crema’ is maintained.
• 190mL cup
• hot water (to taste)
• single or double espresso
FLAT WHITE
Another old favourite, the Flat White is an
espresso with steamed milk, served in a
regular coffee cup or mug. The layer of
frothed milk on top should be 2mm to seal
the coffee.
• 190mL cup
• single or double espresso
• steamed milk
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Recipes (continued)
CAFFE LATTE
An espresso with steamed milk, typically
served in a glass. The layer of frothed milk
on top should be 10mm to seal the coffee.
• 220mL glass or cup
• single or double espresso
• steamed milk
CAPPUCCINO
This delicious drink is an espresso with
steamed milk, topped with creamy froth and
a dusting of chocolate. The resulting drink is
approximately two-thirds milky coffee, onethird froth.
• 190-240mL cup
• single or double espresso
• two-thirds milky coffee, one-third froth
• dusted with chocolate
CAFFE MOCHA
Made in a similar way to a cappuccino but
with the addition of drinking chocolate.
Simply stir the chocolate into the espresso
prior to adding the steamed milk and froth.
• 190-240mL cup or tall glass
• single or double espresso
• two teaspoons of drinking chocolate
• two-thirds milky coffee, one-third froth
CON PANNA
A variation on the original Vienna coffee, this
delicious drink is made up of an espresso
topped with lightly whipped cream. It can
also be dusted with cinnamon or drinking
chocolate.
• 190mL cup
• single or double espresso
• lightly whipped cream
• dusted with cinnamon or chocolate
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Notes
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‘Sunbeam’ & ‘Bar Espresso’ are registered trademarks
of Sunbeam Corporation.
Made in China. Engineered in Australia. Due to minor
changes in design or otherwise, the product may
differ from the one shown in this leaflet. Backed by
Sunbeam‘s 12 Month Replacement Guarantee and
National Service Network.
© Copyright. SUNBEAM CORPORATION LIMITED 2002.
(INCORPORATED IN N.S.W.) A.C.N. 000 006 771
For more information or advice on this or any other
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contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line.
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New Zealand (09) 912 0747.
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